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Long-Term Solar Benefits
Sustainable, renewable, green energy is all the rage, and rightly so. Not only are renewable energy sources like solar better for our battered environment, but the appeal of ridding yourself of expensive electricity and gas bills is undeniable. Our bright, brilliant sun is a great alternative to being tethered to the power grid. Solar energy doesn’t cause further damage to Mother Earth like so many other alternative power solutions and installing solar energy for your home entails a relatively discrete system that can either significantly reduce your reliance on standard electricity or maybe even cover all your energy needs. Here are some of the short-term and long-term benefits of using solar energy in your home.
Short-Term Benefits of Solar Power
One of the greatest and most immediate benefits to using solar power is not having to worry about running out. Solar energy is renewable, so every day with at least moderate sunlight your solar energy system is storing energy for future use. Especially for those who are used to having to refill fuel tanks for heat, going solar means no longer having to monitor your fuel levels or spend hundreds of dollars several times per year on fuel costs. It also means reducing your carbon footprint much more since you’re not regularly burning fossil fuel for heat.
Another short-term benefit relates to the cost-saving benefits. Although some states’ incentives allow homeowners to go solar for as little as $10,000, most homeowners in the US will pay between $15,000 and $20,000 to convert to solar power. However, there are also leasing options available, which aim to match your current energy expenses so that your payments are either equal to or less than your current electric bill. The government also offers various tax rebates and incentives that could make the cost of your system and its installation significantly less. Once your system is up and running, your electric bill will either disappear entirely or be greatly reduced.
Long-Term Benefits of Solar Power
If your solar energy system can provide more energy than what you need to power your own home, you could receive a check rather than a bill from your local utility company drawing the excess energy from your solar panels. When a utility company negotiates with you to pay you for the extra energy you’re producing, it’s called net metering. Over time, this could add up to a significant amount of money and would allow your solar power system to pay for itself eventually.
Speaking of money, estimates suggest that solar panels can save you $20,000 or more by either reducing or eliminating your power and fuel expenses. However, these figures vary by region and have been estimated as high as $65,000 in Hawaii. Additionally, providing your own energy protects you from energy inflation over time. You won’t see an already-high electric bill continue to grow and grow because when you power your home with solar energy, you’re independent with your reliable, secure solar panels. commercial solar power residential solar power solar electric
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Solar Investment Tax Credit: What Changed?
President Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act into law on Tuesday, August 16, 2022. One of the many things this act accomplishes is the expansion of the Federal Tax Credit for Solar Photovoltaics, also known as the Investment Tax Credit (ITC). This credit can be claimed on federal income taxes for a percentage of the cost of a solar photovoltaic (PV) system.
Let’s take a look at the biggest changes and what they mean for Americans who install rooftop solar:
The ITC will cut the cost of installing rooftop solar for a home by 30%, or more than $7,500 for an average system. By helping Americans get solar on their roofs, these tax credits will help millions more families unlock an additional average savings of $9,000 on their electricity bills over the life of the system.
Check out the Homeowner’s Guide to the Federal Tax Credit for Solar Photovoltaics for more information on the ITC including eligibility requirements and how to claim it on your taxes.
Your utility’s net metering policy outlines the terms you agree to when you connect to the grid. It dictates the rates you are charged or credited for power bought from or sent into the grid. It also outlines terms like variable time-of-use rates.
Understanding your net metering policy is key to figuring out what kind of return you can get from your investment into solar. Read more about how it works in your State
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Many homeowners, buyers, and appraisers know that the installation of solar panels and a solar battery system can increase a property’s market value. In fact, one study confirmed that solar installations increase a home’s resale value by up to $5,911 for each kilowatt of solar panels installed, and another estimated an increase of 4.1% of the home’s value.
Where do these figures come from, exactly? To begin with, consider the current Zillow study, which notes that homes with solar installations tend to sell for an average of 4.1% more than homes without. Of course, this is an average. Some locations show a higher value add (5.4% for New York City), and some show lower (2.7% for Riverside, CA).
An older study from Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory reveals an increase in resale value of approximately $5.911 per kilowatt of solar power that’s installed. So, how much do solar panels increase home value? Let’s take a look at some averages:
It’s worth noting that these amounts are roughly in line with the total costs of installing a solar photovoltaic system, These estimates do not include battery systems. All of which may be just the incentive you need to finally take the plunge into solar power.
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